The "Whatever" Thread

you might want to check out G Fred Asbell -- he makes some pretty good looking wool items at reasonable prices.
(like 1/2 - 1/3 of LR and Empire)
 
1066vik said:
you might want to check out G Fred Asbell -- he makes some pretty good looking wool items at reasonable prices.
(like 1/2 - 1/3 of LR and Empire)
Click to expand...

They are a lot cheaper but I like enjoy making things myself I will keep them in mind if I fail miserably. Also the blanket is on of the US army 100% wool that I got for free so it will cost me my time and less than $10.
 
nice!
if you need any antler buttons, let me know - I probably have a tine I can slice up and drill
 
outdoorsfan said:
Very cool project. Do you go out into the mountains around Vegas?
Click to expand...
Not half as often as I would like to. I go for day hikes but my goal for this winter is a couple of overnights. I will probably go to the mountains next to my house one night to test out the double poncho shelter idea. I know the army used to use a poncho and liner combo for shelters.
 
Last edited:
1066vik said:
you might want to check out G Fred Asbell -- he makes some pretty good looking wool items at reasonable prices.
(like 1/2 - 1/3 of LR and Empire)
Click to expand...
Have you used any of their wool products? I've been wanting to try a pullover but was unsure how they fit. Everything I've read about them has been good and they are made in the USA.
 
1066vik said:
you might want to check out G Fred Asbell -- he makes some pretty good looking wool items at reasonable prices.
(like 1/2 - 1/3 of LR and Empire)
Click to expand...

That is very interesting. Fantastic prices, too. I don't have any wool clothing, so that may be a good place to start. Thanks.
 
Checked out their wool as well and they really do have some killer prices. If anyone orders or has in the past post a review please!
 
be70b98e6fc045a44a08d392ac293dfb.jpg
864cf59b5a2179997c99ed25ff4c7465.jpg

A few picture of the new poncho. I have everything done but adding the front sectional pocket and adding the grommets around the outside edge. I'm pretty damn proud of myself right now.
 
Must EDC for me is a flashlight and knife.

The best flashlight IMHO is the Surefire Titan. With just a single AAA battery it does 300 lumens. Then you have a small SAK and you are ready for most all tasks.

Here is my homemade pouch for my front tiny jean pocket. Than I can carry a bigger fixed blade or my Spyderco SAGE 2



 
fishiker said:
Have you used any of their wool products? I've been wanting to try a pullover but was unsure how they fit. Everything I've read about them has been good and they are made in the USA.
Click to expand...

I haven't -- yet.
but I've seen a lot of positive comments/reviews on the bushcraft forum.
I personally like the idea of a zip-front instead of a pull-over.
 
STAINLESS90 said:
be70b98e6fc045a44a08d392ac293dfb.jpg
864cf59b5a2179997c99ed25ff4c7465.jpg

A few picture of the new poncho. I have everything done but adding the front sectional pocket and adding the grommets around the outside edge. I'm pretty damn proud of myself right now.
Click to expand...

bigchelis said:
Must EDC for me is a flashlight and knife.

The best flashlight IMHO is the Surefire Titan. With just a single AAA battery it does 300 lumens. Then you have a small SAK and you are ready for most all tasks.

Here is my homemade pouch for my front tiny jean pocket. Than I can carry a bigger fixed blade or my Spyderco SAGE 2



Very quick yet quality work, nice going

Click to expand...

yay, a new flashlight to try out!
 
How is the tint on the Titan. My EDC flashlight is an HDS Rotary, plus a G2Z with a Malkoff Drop-in in my bag.
 
Mine has a very slight greenish tint on low, but medium and high are nice and white.

Jeff
 
You must log in or register to reply here.
Back
Top